Public Transport
Whether you are traveling near or far, the vast network of Japanese public transportation provides you a fast and efficient way of reaching your destination.
The Expat's Guide to Japan
Everything you need to know about living and working in Tokyo & Yokohama
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Trains in Japan
An overview of Japan’s rail network, and general information on train fares, tickets and prepaid IC cards.
Rail Travel in Tokyo & Yokohama
(original photo by Nesnad; CC-BY-3.0)
Information and train line maps for rail services in Tokyo and Yokohama, with additional guides to delay certificates and women-only carriages.
Rail Tickets & Prepaid IC Cards
(original photo by BRANFI; CC BY-SA 3.0)
Information on ticket machines and IC charge cards for trains and buses, and a guide to commuter passes.
Tourist Passes & Day Tickets
(original photo by Wei-Te Wong; CC BY-SA 2.0)
Convenient discount tickets for train and bus services in the Tokyo area, and tourist passes including airport access combination tickets.
Buses in Japan
(original photo by Urawa Zero; CC BY 2.0)
How to pay fares on the two main kinds of local bus in Japan, and information on discounted transfers on Tokyo buses.
Taxis in Japan
(original photo by m-louis .®; CC BY-SA 2.0)
What to expect from taxis in Japan, and phone numbers for taxi companies in Tokyo and Yokohama.
